Stephen Dilts
Stephen Dilts | |
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| Born | Hampton Borough, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Transportation official, government administrator, politician |
| Years active | 2002–2010 |
| Known for | Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation; leadership of New Jersey Transit, New Jersey Turnpike Authority, and South Jersey Transportation Authority |
Stephen Dilts held the position of commissioner at the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) from December 16, 2008, until early 2010. He took over the role from Kris Kolluri, who moved on to lead the $12.5 billion New Jersey Schools Development Authority.
Biography
During his tenure as commissioner, Dilts also led New Jersey Transit, the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, and the South Jersey Transportation Authority. In these capacities, he managed a workforce of 17,000 employees, directed annual operating budgets totaling $2 billion, and oversaw capital investments exceeding $3.6 billion.
Between 2002 and 2006, Dilts was chief of staff and deputy executive director for operations at the New Jersey Turnpike Authority. His responsibilities included supervising maintenance, toll collection, and operational divisions. He played a significant role in initiatives such as merging the Turnpike and Highway Authorities, implementing One-Way Tolling and Express E-ZPass, as well as supporting expansion plans for both the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike.
Dilts earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Boston University and completed a master's degree in government administration at the Fels Institute of Government within the University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Hampton Borough, where he has previously held positions as mayor and council president.